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This new foundation from shu uemura is called: shu uemura Face Architect Smoothing Fluid Foundation.

shu uemura Face Architect Smoothing Fluid Foundation is a lightweight foundation, designed to smooth out imperfections such as uneven skin tone and texture for a flawless yet natural finish. High concentration of depsea water enhances spreadability and leaves skin feeling hydrated and fresh. Comes in 15 natural shades. SRP: $42. Available at nordstrom.com.

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Whether you’re at the beach or on the street, SPF protection is a must for summer. So why not perfect your summer skin as you protect it?

Stila Cosmetics brings you makeup that holds up under the summer sun as it shields you from its harmful rays. Stila’s lightweight formulas offer full SPF protection and leave skin glowing, smooth and radiant.

SPF 20 Shine Lip Color and Oil Free Sheer Color Tinted Moisturizer SPF 30 are the latest SPF products from Stila that guard skin while providing stellar coverage with just a hint of color. For superior complexion protection this summer, Stila has you covered.

Try these summer must-haves from Stila for sun-safe skin:

Illuminating Liquid Foundation SPF 15 ($36.00)
What it is: A silky, lightweight foundation for sheer to medium coverage.
What it does: Hides flaws and imperfections to create a luminous, airbrushed look. The semi-matte finish evens out natural skin tone, enhancing true beauty.
How it does it: Via mica, tiny crystals found in nature that reflect light and leave skin radiant and glowing.

From the expert: “This formula is perfect for sensitive skin or dry skin,” explains Lucero. “The foundation hydrates as it illuminates for natural, even coverage that never flakes or fades.”

New! Oil Free Sheer Color Tinted Moisturizer SPF 30 ($36.00)
What it is: Moisturizer, sunscreen, and sheer coverage all in one.
What it does: Provides full protection from harmful UVA and UVB rays as it evens skin tone and blends flaws. How it does it: White Willow Bark absorbs oil while Silk Amino Acids moisturize and smooth skin, improving natural barrier protection.

From the expert: “This is a must-have for the summer and for all skin types and tones-it leaves your skin looking healthy and polished,” says Lucero. “The texture feels creamy and light on the skin. Try using this alone or under your favorite powder. It can even be layered for extra coverage.”

New! SPF 20 Shine Lip Color ($20.00)
What it is: The lip-saver pouts can’t live without.
What it does: Protects lips’ sensitive skin as it imparts a shimmery sheen.
How it does it: SPF 20 protects against UVA and UVB rays while Vitamins A, C and E deliver maximum antioxidant protection and rich vegetable-based oils provide lightweight moisturization for the softest, smoothest lips.

From the expert: “This creamy sheer formula allows you to experiment with brighter shades and still look summer-ready,” Lucero explains. “Protect your lips and hydrate with this lip color-Vitamin E keeps lips soft and prevents chapping. Apply with brush #6.”

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I usually don’t get on with liquid foundations. They can be sometimes too heavy, feel like a mask, and messy to apply. When I was first introduced to the Laura Mercier Oil-Free Foundation at my local Neiman Marcus store, I was a bit skeptical that I would actually use it. But to my surprise, I am loving it! It doesn’t feel heavy, greasy, and it makes my face look flawless and clean. Make sure you get your right shade, because it is crucial for getting that perfect complexion.

Laura Mercier Oil-Free Foundation Laura Mercier Oil-Free Foundation is a layerable, highly pigmented formula to be used only where needed & allows the user to determine the amount of coverage.

Complete range of yellow-based foundations created to accommodate most women & help them achieve the most natural, “no makeup” look. Never looks cakey or heavy because of the lightweight formula. Extremely long-wearing, stays colour true, & wears evenly. Vitamins A, C & E act as antioxidants to protect the skin from harmful effects in the environment. Oil-free, yet non-drying. In Style Best Beauty Buy – Best Oil-Free Foundation – April 2008. SRP: $42.

And to set my foundation, I use Laura Mercier Loose Setting Powder in Translucent, itworks amazing. Laura Mercier Loose Setting Powder is an extremely lightweight, sheer & silky setting powder that contains the finest French “cashmere” talc & a unique light-reflecting ingredient that creates a “soft-focus” appearance for fine lines & imperfections. and it is also oil-free. SRP: $34.

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This spring, Chanel introduces the latest addition to the Hydramax+Active range of intense moisturizers: Hydramax+Active Teinte Active Moisture Tinted Lotion SPF 15. The ultimate one-shot therapy to help prevent dry skin: Enriched pigments imparts a healthy glow in one of three sun-kissed shades, while helping to boost NMF-production and protect against the environmental enemies of UVA and UVB rays. 

Chanel celebrity makeup artist Kate Lee, whose clients include Keira Nightley, Sienna Miller, and Diane Kruger, love to use Hydramax+Active Tinted Lotion SPF 15 as an alternative to foundation during warmer months.

“Chanel Hydramax+Active Tinted Moisturizer SPF 15 is part of my personal daily routine,” says Kate Lee. “I love the light, non-greasy formula. This product is easily applied with the fingertips making it a fast alternative to foundation. It also delivers the right amount of hydration, sun protection and just the right amount of coverage to give the complexion a finished glow.”

Chanel Hydramax+Active Tinted Lotion SPF 15 is available at speciality stores and on CHANEL.com: from April 2008.

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La Mer has combined its miraculous skincare with an all important sunscreen and subtle tint to create The SPF 18 Fluid Tint. Available in three natural shades, not only does it give your skin that sun-kissed glow but it also protects from the sun.

Designed for daily use, La Mer The SPF 18 Fluid Tint water-borne formula absorbs instantly into the skin to provide spectrum UVA/UVB protection. However, it is much more than a simple sunscreen and provides a trio of natural and sea-derived ingredients that uniquely benefit the skin: Tourmaline and Brazilian Malachite capture and provide anti-oxidant benefits, Hollow Photonic Spheres, and Seaweed.

La Mer SPF 18 Fluid Tint 1.7oz comes in three shades: Light, Medium, and Dark.

Available at select Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman, and www.lamer.com

Price: $65 for 1.7oz.

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Good news to all Estee Lauder Double Wear foundation fans, there is a lighter version: Estee Lauder Double Wear Light.

Estee Lauder Double Wear Light gives sheer to medium coverage and 15 hour wear. It is oil free, fragrance free and has SPF 10 protection, $32.50.

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Go anywhere with Prescriptives new anywhere multi-purpose makeup stick SPF 15. This new foundation stick by Prescriptives delivers medium to full coverage in a matter of seconds with an ultra creamy formula that glides onto skin smoothly.

Prescriptives New Anywhere Multi-Purpose Makeup Stick SPF 15 

Main ingredients: spherical polymers allow product to glide on eaily and blend, antioxidants gamma oryzanol and vitamin E, silicone improves adherence to skin, silica powder to absorb oil, and aloe to sooth skin. Comes in 24 long-wearing shades to make your skin  flawless. Available: beginning March 2008 at all Prescriptives counters nationwide, www.prescriptives.com and Holt Renfrew in Canada. Price: $35 U.S/$48 Canada.

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If you are a big fan of Dior Capture Totale skincare line then you might also like the new Dior Capture Totale Foundation SPF 15.  This luxurious foundation by Dior contains anti-aging ingredients, such as: Alpha Longoza and Centuline, optical correctors, and HD liquid crystal pigments.

You can achieve a more natural look with Dior Capture Totale Foundation SPF 15 due a broader band of multi-toned pigments, while boosting collagen and re-plumping your skin. Ideal for mature skin, dry skin or dull, ‘flat’ skin lacking of radiance, $75.  (Source: Nordstrom.com).

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If you are into Lancome’s Color Ideal liquid foundation you might like this portable version: Lancome Color Ideal Hydra Compact. 

Lancome Color Ideal Hydra Compact gives you true-to-life makeup that matched your skin tone.  More benefits: seamless coverage, lightweight, fresh and hydrating texture, fits in your purse without mess, and easy to apply $50.

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We love foundation particularly when it comes in a compact.  Compact foundations are cleaner and and easy to use especially when you have a busy lifestyle.  In addition, you can carry a compact foundation in your purse and easily retouch your makeup throughout the day.  Estee Lauder launched their new compact foundation and it looks like it is going to be a best-seller.

Estee Lauder Resilience Lift Extreme Ultra Firming Makeup is lifting, moisturizing and will add a healthy radiance to your complexion.  The new Estee Lauder Resilience Lift Extreme Ultra Firming Makeup is comfortable, breathable, and portable.  Formulated with Resilience Lift ExtremeLift3 age defying treatment technology.  Cost: $33.50.